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A mixture of metals such as Silver, Copper, and Tin, in addition to Mercury which chemically binds these components into a hard, stable, and safe substance. Depending on treatment needs, it is one material available to dentists and patients when considering restorative options.
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B
"Bi" means two, "Cusp" means a prominent shape of a tooth; so a ________ is a tooth with two cusps or rounded parts.
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C
A specialized, calcified connective tissue that covers the anatomic root of the tooth.
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D
The teeth in the dental arch.
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Without teeth.
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F
All divisions of the root portion of a tooth.
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G
A procedure designed to eliminate a Gingival or Periodontal pocket by removing it's soft tissue mass.
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H
The complete sectioning through the crown of a tooth into the furcation (root division) region to remove the involved portion of the crown and root.
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I
A cutting tooth; one of the four front teeth of either jaw.
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L
The fold of tissue that connects the tongue to the Gingiva and the floor of the mouth in the Median Line.
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M
Any deviation from normal occlusion of the teeth, usually associated with abnormal development growth of the jaws.
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N
A tooth that does not give a response to stimulus, because of loss of "life".
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O
The contact of the teeth of both jaws when closed or during the movements of the Mandible in chewing.
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The branch of dentistry which deals with the prevention and treatment of diseases of the bone and soft tissues surrounding the teeth.
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Q
UR, UL, LL, LR
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A broad term used to indicate organic substances that are usually translucent or transparent, and that are soluble in either, acetone, etc,. but not in water; it is used as a denture base material, also for trays and dental restorations.
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A resinous material designed for application to the occlusal surface of Posterior teeth in order to seal the surface irregularities to prevent the ingress of oral fluids, food and debris.
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T
Eruption of a tooth in the wrong position.
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U
A tooth that has not come through the gum tissue into the mouth but is evident by x-ray.
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V
Any of a series of surgical procedures designed to restore Alveolar Ridge (supporting bone) height by lowering muscles.
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X
Electromagnetic radiation when electrons strike a target in a vaccum tube.
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A common ingredient in temporaray fillings and indirect pulp caps.